Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

PhysioTherapy at Balanced

Physiotherapy tailored just for you

Balanced Edinburgh is one of the country’s leading physiotherapy practices with 5 clinics across Edinburgh. The specialist team at Balanced will thoroughly assess and diagnose your problem then work with you to provide a detailed physiotherapy programme that is tailored specifically to your needs. Whether you are recovering from injury, training for your next event or tired of being in constant pain, Balanced Physiotherapy can help.

We believe in providing hands on treatment in combination with the very latest evidence based practice and we have a wealth of clinical experience to enable us to give our clients the best possible care. Our Physiotec software enables us to email you videos of your exercise programme giving you access to it at home, at the gym and on the move.

Mrs S.N.

I have nothing but high praise for the Balanced Team. On the numerous occasions I have attended for physiotherapy I have been impressed firstly by the welcoming notice on the door and the staff on reception who are efficient and seem genuinely pleased to help. The Physios have excellent skills and spend time explaining my problems to me and detailing the treatment required. I leave with a good knowledge of my condition and understanding of the exercises I am to continue at home.

Mrs E Smith

After a few stressful months my daughter suggested that I would benefit from a massage, she recommended Balanced Edinburgh. I was a bit apprehensive as I'd never been for a massagebefore but I shouldn't have worried, I felt absolutely relaxed afterwards. So much so, I booked another appointment for next week

Secret Shopper

in a recent secret shopper survey 100% of those trialling our Physiotherapy service said they would use it again

Mr D.Spens

Overall I found Balanced to be excellent in the service that it provided. If all the health professionals working for the organisation are as brilliant as Luca Piazza then the organisation must be outstanding.

for Life

Many of our clients are looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle but feel limited by pain, injury or deconditioning. Our team are able to use their deep understanding of injury pathology, strength and conditioning to help you to work towards your goals and begin to live the life you would choose, participating in the activities you enjoy.

for Sport

Whatever you are passionate about, whether it be elite level sport, recreational running or hillwalking at weekends, our sports specialists have specific knowlege of sports biomechanics and the demands of your sport to allow a personalised physiotherapy programme. We believe that a thorough understanding of the demands of your sport is crucial to delivering an effective rehab programme. Balanced can also provide isokinetic testing for accurate strength assessment to determine readiness to return to sport and diagnose muscle imbalances.

for Work

Our physiotherapists are trained in ergonomics and workstation assessments which are essential to address the stresses and strains of daily working life. We work with all major insurance companies and can provide a seamless return to work programme and make recommendations on working environment and adaptations. Early Physiotherapy intervention has been proven to reduce time off work due to musculoskeletal conditions.

Neck pain can be a debilitating and often worrying condition. Your physiotherapist will be able to assess safely and provide an accurate diagnosis for your injury. Our physiotherapists are highly trained in how to assess for more significant neck pathology, in the vast majority of cases this will be ruled out at your first consultation, but when appropriate we will refer on for further investigation where necessary.

Symptoms

Neck pain

Headaches

Pain or tingling in shoulder, arms and hands (known as referred pain)

Dizziness

Pain that worsens with turning or bending neck

Treatment

Postural assessment and retraining

Myofascial release and trigger pointing

Acupuncture

Joint Mobilisation

Deep neck muscle strengthening

Home exercises and rehabilitation programme

Assessment of your work and desk position

Head and Face

Many people don’t know that headaches and facial pain are commonly a direct result of problems with the muscles and connective tissue around the neck and head. We have physiotherapists who can treat these problem areas and help to manage your pain.

Causes

Stress

Posture

Neck problems

TMJ (Jaw) dysfunction, ie ‘clicking jaw’

Previous orthodontic surgery

Bruxism, bracing, clenching

Treatments

Soft tissue treatments

Mobilisation

Acupuncture

Home exercises and self-treatment techniques

Joint mobilisations

The Elbow

Elbow pain can be a result of tendon injury (such as ‘tennis’ or ‘golfers’ elbow) as well as pain following a traumatic injury or following surgery. Pain in the elbow is also commonly referred from the shoulder or neck.

Symptoms

Pain in the elbow with gripping or twisting movements

Throbbing pain after activity or at night

Pain when driving or using a keyboard

Numbness or tingling into forearm or hand

Commonly associated with sporting activity such as serving in tennis or pushing weights at the gym

Treatment

Myofascial release, massage and trigger pointing

Strapping or offload devices

Acupuncture

Joint mobilisations

A graded strengthening programme

Advice re technique in sport or when using arm

The Shoulder

Shoulder pain is one of the most common conditions treated in our clinics. Shoulder pain can be a result of a traumatic injury but more commonly is a result of overuse and can often be directly linked to posture. Our physiotherapists specialise in treating rotator cuff injuries as well as adhesive capsulitis (Frozen shoulder).

Symptoms

Pain or discomfort over the shoulder joint and upper arm

Pain when sleeping on affected side

Often a ‘catching’ pain with reaching or rotating arm

Pain with everyday tasks such as reaching overhead, dressing, driving or reaching into back pocket

Treatments

Myofascial release, massage and trigger point release

Acupuncture

Strapping

Electrotherapy

Postural assessment and retraining

Jojnt mobilisation

Strengthening to rotator cuff and scapula

Home management programme including exercises to relieve pain and strengthen

The Wrist & Hand

Wrist and hand pain is commonly a result of a repetitive strain injury but can also present after a fall, an operation or a traumatic injury to the area. Some arthritic conditions also manifest as joint pains in the hand and fingers.

Symptoms

Pain in wrist, hand or fingers

Difficulty with gripping, throwing, writing or using computer

Swelling/reddening or pain to touch

Reduced fine motor control

Treatment

Myofascial release, massage and trigger pointing

Strapping, taping or supportive device

Electrotherapy

Manual therapy and mobilisations

Functional rehabilitation

Home exercises and rehabilitation programme

Thoracic & Ribs

A number of structures can cause pain in the thoracic and rib area from a simple mechanical strain to a more serious pathology or visceral referral. Crucial is to undergo a full assessment to determine the root cause of your symptoms before embarking on a treatment plan.

Hip, pelvis and groin pain is a limiting and often complex injury. Chronic overuse injuries are common here, for example Sportsman’s groin or ‘pubic overload syndrome’. Gradual increases in groin pain can often be a result of osteoarthritis of the hip joint and this area is also susceptible to sudden injury with cutting or pivoting movements.

Symptoms

Pain in the hip, buttock or pelvic area

Pain with any sideways movements of the hip

Pain with rolling in bed or getting in/out of car

Pain when lying on the affected side

Commonly associated with lower back pain and/or leg pain

Treatment

Treatment is targeted to the area of dysfuntion, identified after thorough assessment

Advice of offloading and protecting area

Myofascial release, massage or trigger pointing

Acupuncture

Graded exercises and return to activity/sport programme

Often pilates will be recommended to address core stability

The Lower Back

Pain from the lower back is one of the most common musculo-skeletal complaints dealt with in our clinic. This is largely due to the huge stresses and strains though our lumbar spine with daily living. Pain is often multi-factorial and can originate from the muscles, joints, discs or nerves in this area. Problems in the lower back can often refer pain to the buttock, leg and even feet and can often be associated with numbness or tingling sensations

Symptoms

Pain in the lower back, buttock or leg

Stiffness or restriction in the back or hips

Pain often after prolonged sitting, bending or first thing in the morning

Pain with standing or walking could be caused by lumbar stenosis

Pain into both legs, numbness in the saddle area and changes to bladder or bowel function should seek urgent medical attention

Treatment

Joint mobilisations/manipulations

Advice on your injury and comprehensive home management programme

Myofascial release, massage or trigger pointing

Acupuncture

Postural assessment

Advice on work station, ergonomics and exercise routine

Ankle & Foot

Ankle sprains are the most common sports injury. Simple sprains are easily treated with the correct advice but often sprains can become more chronic and stubborn. Biomechanical factors are also crucial for foot and ankle pain including alignment, footwear, training environment and any underlying medical conditions. We also have specialists for managing soft tissue injuries such as tendinopathy or plantarfaciitis.

Symptoms

Pain following acute injury, swelling or redness.

Foot or ankle pain with load bearing ie walking or running

Feelings of instability

Pain in the sole of the foot first thig in the morning

Treatment

Offloading with strapping/taping

Advice on use of ice, compression and elevation

Biomechanical assessment and identification of abnormalities

Graded return to activity/sport programme

Balanced and strength retraining

Electrotherapy

Soft tissue treatments

The Knee

Our lower limb specialists are experts in dealing both with long term degenerative conditions of the knee as well as acute knee injuries and post-operative conditions. Initial diagnosis will take into account the site of injury, as well as biomechanical factors for the hip and ankle and the demands of your sport/hobbies.

Symptoms

Pain in and around the knee joint

Feelings of locking, clicking or giving way

Difficulty kneeling or squatting

Pain or feelings of instability with twisting or pivoting movements

Ache in the front of the knee with sustained loading (ie running/runners knee)